Harry Kane equals Gary Lineker's England World Cup goals record
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Harry Kane scored twice against Croatia, bringing his World Cup total to ten goals, matching Gary Lineker's record. Kane's brace occurred in a group stage match during the World Cup on June 22, 2026. He aims to break the record in upcoming games against Ghana and Panama. Lineker commented on Kane's achievement, noting that while Kane has had more opportunities, he still acknowledges him as England's best No. 9.
- •Kane scored two goals against Croatia, reaching ten World Cup goals.
- •He draws level with Gary Lineker's record from the 1980s.
- •Kane could take sole possession of the record in forthcoming matches.
- •Lineker acknowledged Kane's achievement during an ITV appearance.
- 6:30 AMYahoo Sports — Gary Lineker can’t resist a Harry Kane dig as striker equals his England World Cup record
"Harry Kane is one goal away from standing alone as England’s greatest World Cup goalscorer. The Bayern Munich captain reached double figures with a first-half brace against Croatia, drawing level with Gary Lineker on ten goals at the tournament.
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